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Toshiba Launches Unified Messaging For Small Businesses
InformationWeek, November 18, 2009 The Linux appliance is designed to provide affordable messaging to small and medium-sized businesses, with 400 mailboxes and 300 hours of storage. Quest Launches Cloud Services Based On Microsoft Azure InformationWeek, November 18, 2009 Quest OnDemand will manage IT environments, providing identity management, authentication, and authorization, built on Microsoft's platform for software as a service. SGI Intros Supercomputer With Intel Nehalem EX InformationWeek, November 17, 2009 The SGI Altix UV high-performance computing system reaches 18.6 teraflop per second. Super Micro Unveils High Density Blade Server InformationWeek, November 17, 2009 The new server doubles the number of dual-socket blades available in a single SuperBlade system. Chip Industry Poised For Revenue Rebound InformationWeek, November 17, 2009 Stronger PC sales will drive sales recovery, and 2009 hasn't been as bad as had been feared, research firm says. HP Releases TouchSmart SDK To Lure Developers InformationWeek, November 17, 2009 Hewlett-Packard is already working with companies including Hulu, Netflix and Twitter on touch-enabled applications for Windows 7, but it wants more. Cray Jaguar Named Fastest Supercomputer InformationWeek, November 16, 2009 At 1.75 petaflop per second, the Cray XT5 toppled the 18-month reign of IBM's Roadrunner supercomputer. YouTube Steps Up High Res Videos InformationWeek, November 16, 2009 YouTube will increase the maximum resolution of video uploads to 1080p, to accommodate higher-resolution consumer cameras, starting this week. IBM Offers Security Software For Virtualization InformationWeek, November 13, 2009 The product secures each layer of the infrastructure of a VMware vSphere virtual server. Programmers Charged In Madoff Scheme InformationWeek, November 13, 2009 Two men were arrested for developing and maintaining computer programs that helped convicted Ponzi schemer Bernard Madoff cover up his operation. Cray, Dell, Microsoft Team On HPC InformationWeek, November 12, 2009 The high-performance computing system combines a workstation with a computing cluster to give users extra computing power at their desks. AMD Lays Out Roadmap For Fusion Processors InformationWeek, November 12, 2009 Struggling AMD believes Fusion will be a game-changer, connecting CPU and graphics card onto a single die for reduced footprint and increased performance. Logitech To Acquire Video Communications Vendor InformationWeek, November 11, 2009 The $405 million purchase of LifeSize would give Logitech entry into the growing corporate videoconferencing market. Fujitsu Unveils 10 Gb Ethernet Switch InformationWeek, November 11, 2009 The low-power XG2600 runs on less than five watts per port, a 30% reduction from other switches in Fujitsu's line of XG Layer 2 Ethernet switches. Apple's Mini DisplayPort Standard Specified InformationWeek, November 11, 2009 The Video Electronics Standards Association standardized hardware for hooking displays to devices that need a small connector, such as thin laptops. Intel Unveils Reader For the Blind InformationWeek, November 11, 2009 The device, about the size of a paperback book, is designed for people who are blind, dyslexic, or have some other disability making it difficult for them to read. Dell Offers Exchange 2010 Services InformationWeek, November 10, 2009 The computer maker introduced reference architectures and consulting services for customers migrating to Microsoft Exchange 2010. Amazon Releases Kindle For PC InformationWeek, November 10, 2009 The app is Amazon's latest attempt to attract and keep customers through expanded portability of its e-books. HP Unveils Hardware, Services For Small Business InformationWeek, November 10, 2009 HP introduced PCs, desktops, servers, and storage, as well as online services, designed to tap the company into a market likely to grow faster than large enterprises. EC Objects To Oracle's Sun Acquisition InformationWeek, November 10, 2009 The European Commission fears that combining Oracle's proprietary database with the open source MySQL would hurt competition. Intel Atom Drives Chip Market In 3Q InformationWeek, November 09, 2009 IDC raises its forecast for microprocessor shipments this year, on strength of Atom-powered netbook sales in China. Internet Use Increases Social Connectivity InformationWeek, November 09, 2009 Rather than pulling people away from each other, Internet use actually enhances the size and diversity of people's social networks, according to a Pew report. Supply Chain Vendors JDA, i2 To Merge InformationWeek, November 06, 2009 The $396 million merger would heat up competition against Oracle and SAP. Dell Launches Thinner, Lighter Adamo Laptop InformationWeek, November 06, 2009 The half-inch laptop steps up the competition with Apple's MacBook Air and other thin-and-light notebooks. IBM Unveils Cloud Computing Software Tools InformationWeek, November 05, 2009 Rational Software Delivery Services offers software development and testing tools for public and private cloud computing environments. Toshiba Expands Mobile HDD Line InformationWeek, November 05, 2009 Its 1.8-inch hard disk drives for laptops and netbooks uses 42% less power than 2.5-inch drives operating at a comparable rate, company says. Samsung Unveils Thinnest Flash Memory Chip InformationWeek, November 05, 2009 The package is 40% lighter than conventional memory, and useful for mobile electronics such as smartphones, portable media players, and laptops. Cisco Profits Down, But Sees Growth Ahead InformationWeek, November 04, 2009 The company saw a "clear tipping point" in the previous quarter, chairman and chief executive John Chambers said. Parallels Upgrades Mac Virtualization Software InformationWeek, November 04, 2009 Version 5 of Parallels Desktop is 300% faster, improves graphic performance, and adds 70 features. Intel Hit With Antitrust Suit In NY InformationWeek, November 04, 2009 The New York attorney general claims the chipmaker used bribery and coercion to prevent computer makers from using rival products. PayPal Unveils Plans To Open Payment Service InformationWeek, November 04, 2009 The PayPal X service is designed to make it easier for developers to integrate PayPal into third-party applications. Marvell Partners With E Ink On eReader Technology InformationWeek, November 04, 2009 The deal will give Marvell a leg up in the e-book reader market, and likely result in better, cheaper devices. Peek Launches $99 Dedicated Twitter Gadget InformationWeek, November 04, 2009 TwitterPeek is a device for people who want Twitter access on the go, but don't want to use their cell phones. Barnes & Noble Sued Over E-Reader InformationWeek, November 03, 2009 Spring Design claims the bookseller stole its trade secrets and used them in the Nook e-book reader. Sprint Offers Dell Mini Netbook InformationWeek, November 03, 2009 The $200 Dell netbook includes a two-year 3G service plan. iPhone Threatens Amazon Kindle InformationWeek, November 02, 2009 The e-books category has taken over the top spot from the games category in Apple's App Store. Lenovo Unveils ThinkCentre PC InformationWeek, November 02, 2009 The A70z, Lenovo's first all-in-one desktop PC for business, sports a 19-inch screen, Intel Core 2 Duo processor, and remote power management. ICANN Approves International Domain Names InformationWeek, November 02, 2009 Web addresses will expand beyond the Roman letters A-Z and digits 0-9. Asus Unveils USB 3.0 Motherboard InformationWeek, October 30, 2009 USB 3.0, also known as SuperSpeed USB, supports throughput up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. Intel Claims Memory Research Milestone InformationWeek, October 29, 2009 Research could lead to chips that cost less and have higher performance and memory densities than traditional NAND flash memory. Intel Pulls SSD Firmware Update InformationWeek, October 29, 2009 Intel released the updated firmware for one of its Solid State Drives on Monday, and pulled it after customers complained about critical Windows 7 problems. Sony Recalls 69,000 Vaio AC Adapters InformationWeek, October 29, 2009 Sony and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warn the devices could deliver an electrical shock to users. Xerox Unveiling Enterprise Print Services InformationWeek, October 29, 2009 Xerox is expanding its enterprise print services to support home and remote locations and help enterprise customers cut costs and improve efficiency. Juniper, Dell Partner On Networking Gear InformationWeek, October 28, 2009 Dell plans to market and support Juniper's MX Series routers, EX Series Ethernet switches, and SRX Series gateways. Smartphone Boom Challenging PC Makers InformationWeek, October 28, 2009 A shift in mobile computing from laptops to smaller devices is forcing PC makers to adjust, research firm says. Barnes & Noble To Sell Plastic Logic eReader InformationWeek, October 28, 2009 The high-end device will fill out Amazon's upcoming product line, to compete with Amazon's Kindle. Dell Unveils Thin, Light Convertible Tablet InformationWeek, October 28, 2009 The new system is designed for use in harsh environments, such as military, police, field-service and factory floors. Tilera Readies Processors With 100 Cores InformationWeek, October 27, 2009 Porting servers and data centers to multi-core TILE-Gx chips may be a challenge as the x86 architecture used by Intel and AMD remains the industry standard. Intel Releases Firmware Update To Speed Up SSDs InformationWeek, October 27, 2009 Intel claims the new firmware speeds performance on its 160 GB solid-state drive by 40%. Lenovo Unveils Six Win 7 Laptops, Desktops InformationWeek, October 27, 2009 The systems include custom software to speed start-up and shutdown. |
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